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Recover a motorsport vehicle

Recover a motorsport vehicle

Unit of competency
National Code
AURMO3007A
State Code
D7630
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/09/2011
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
27/09/2011
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recover damaged or broken-down vehicles in motorsport events in a safe and timely manner without causing further damage to the vehicle. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess situation and plan recovery
  • 1.1. Assess the equipment requirements and techniques to carry out the recovery
  • 1.2. Confirm availability of recovery vehicle and associated equipment and personnel to carry out the job
  • 1.3. Identify potential hazards at the recovery site and during the recovery operation and take appropriate precautions and strategies to manage and control the risks involved
  • 1.4. Identify the type of vehicle to be towed and determine critical aspects of vehicle design that could impact recovery operations
  • 1.5. Plan the recovery operation with consideration for security and safety of persons, vehicles and property
2. Set up and secure the recovery situation
  • 2.1. Set up and secure the recovery situation in accordance with the established action plan
  • 2.2. Deploy safety equipment, barriers and warning signs in accordance with operating procedures and regulatory requirements
  • 2.3. Manage spectators and other personnel in the vicinity of the towing situation in accordance with safety procedures and security requirements
  • 2.4. Manoeuvre vehicle to be recovered into position using appropriate equipment and standard operating procedures
  • 2.5. Prepare the vehicle for recovery without causing damage to any component or system, as far as possible
3. Recover vehicle
  • 3.1. Use personal protective equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
  • 3.2. Operate recovery equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications, safe working practices and regulatory requirements
  • 3.3. Identify attachment points and check the weight of the vehicle being recovered to ensure that they are consistent with established guidelines, regulatory requirements and the permissible safe working loads for the recovery vehicle and its associated equipment
  • 3.4. Secure the recovered vehicle using appropriate winches, ropes and cables in accordance with relevant load restraint regulations and standard operating procedures
  • 3.5. Safely convey and unload the recovered vehicle to the designated location
4. Clean up and complete reports
  • 4.1. Clear the recovery area and its near vicinity of debris and clean up any spills
  • 4.2. Complete recovery vehicle log in accordance with organisational requirements and regulations
  • 4.3. Complete incident report and official forms related to recovery operations
5. Check and maintain equipment
  • 5.1. Check recovery vehicle and equipment for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturer specifications and standard operating procedures
  • 5.2. Carry out routine servicing and lubrication checks of the recovery vehicle and its equipment in accordance with the maintenance and service schedule
  • 5.3. Identify and tag faulty equipment or components that may affect the safe operation of the vehicle and report to the appropriate personnel for rectification
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WF255 AURMDA3004 Recover a motorsport vehicle Unit of competency
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